The two ladies above asked specifically to have their photograph taken during the SPAR Ladies Race on 5 May 2018. If you know then please leave a comment below or mail MyPE with their details as we would like to send them the original photo as a keepsake. … [Read more...] about Recognise these Ladies?
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Now who can I give the bubbly to?
Spar Ladies Race time - tomorrow morning early. The media accreditation came with some goodies and Bubbly - now who can I give the bubbly to? Leave a comment below and a reason compelling enough and I will consider handing over my ill-gotten gains! #sparladiesrace #spar #portelizabeth #champagne #running #alanstraton #straton #mype #ladies - Taken by the Editor whilst wandering aimlessly about pretending to be in the know. … [Read more...] about Now who can I give the bubbly to?
Wet and Challenging SPAR Ladies Race
Nelson Mandela Bay may have served up some typically challenging weather, but the metro's runners turned out in their thousands to tackle the 23rd SPAR Women's Challenge at Pollok Beach on Saturday. With Port Elizabeth comedian Gino Fabbri urging them on in his inimitable style, the participants' spirits remained high as they lined up for the 10km and 5km events respectively. Not even a gusting easterly wind and rain could dampen their fortitude as they emerged from a variety of sheltering … [Read more...] about Wet and Challenging SPAR Ladies Race
Run and win a car
One lucky lady will leave this year's SPAR Women's Challenge in style when she drives away from the Port Elizabeth beachfront in a brand-new Hyundai i10 Glide on Saturday, May 9. SPAR Eastern Cape will be giving away this limited edition hatchback as the main prize in the 22nd edition of the province's biggest road race, which starts and finishes at Pollok Beach. According to SPAR Eastern Cape marketing manager Abri Swart, more than 14 000 participants are once again expected to turn out … [Read more...] about Run and win a car
A blue celebration for Port Elizabeth
A sea of blue swept down Marine Drive on Saturday morning as thousands of women, proudly wearing their official race T-shirts, braved the cool morning air to participate in the 21st SPAR Women's Challenge in Port Elizabeth. And, as has become tradition, several men also lined up on the starting line donning flamboyant outfits rounded off with glitzy accessories including brightly coloured wigs, feather boas and even stilettos. "Waking up to more than 14 000 beautiful women on a Saturday … [Read more...] about A blue celebration for Port Elizabeth
Rutendo Nyahora eyes defence of PE title
Zimbabwe's Rutendo Nyahora has her sights set on defending her title in the Port Elizabeth leg of the SPAR Women's Challenge at Pollok Beach on Saturday. "It won't be easy as I am often my own worst enemy," said Nyahora. "Once you have won a race, you place pressure on yourself to do again. "All eyes are on you to succeed again, so this year's race will not only be a physical challenge, but a psychological one too." The 25-year-old Nedbank Running Club athlete admitted that the pressure … [Read more...] about Rutendo Nyahora eyes defence of PE title
Run little women, run
Women of all ages are counting the days to the Eastern Cape's most beautiful road race, the SPAR Women's Challenge, which hits the streets of Port Elizabeth during the first week of May. The festival of running starts with the SPAR Little Ladies' Race for girls nine years and under on Thursday, May 1, and culminates in the traditional 5 and 10km road races on Saturday, May 3. SPAR Eastern Cape marketing manager Abri Swart said organisers were preparing for a bumper turnout for the 21st … [Read more...] about Run little women, run
Port Elizabeth women’s race comes of age
The Port Elizabeth leg of the SPAR Women's Challenge comes of age this year, with special items planned for the event that starts at Pollok Beach on Saturday, May 3. Participants will form a sea of blue in their limited edition race t-shirts as they flow out onto the streets for the 10 and 5km races. The first 14 000 entrants will receive the t-shirt, goodie bag and 21st anniversary race guide while medals will be going to all finishers. SPAR Eastern Cape marketing manager Abri Swart … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth women’s race comes of age
12 000 Women headed for Pollock Beach
Due to the on-going redevelopment of the Kings Beach car park by the Mandela Bay Development Agency, the SPAR Women's Challenge will be moving to a more spacious venue at Pollock Beach in Port Elizabeth. After fielding more than 12 000 participants last year, organisers of the Eastern Cape's biggest road race are expecting a surge in entries for the 20th anniversary edition on May 4. "We will definitely need more space to accommodate our ladies," said SPAR Eastern Cape marketing manager … [Read more...] about 12 000 Women headed for Pollock Beach
How about a Little kiss for Mother?
The annual Spar Ladies race took place on 5 May 2012. A tradition of the fun race is that men may take part only if they look the part. Of course this offers a great opportunity for one like myself to showcase this "aberration" or "predilection" that certain men have for making themselves pretty. Only joking guys, really, maybe, could be, whatever. Today we bring you two images of brave men looking the part - if you know their names please post them in the comments section below. See … [Read more...] about How about a Little kiss for Mother?
Eish I must stop keeping coins in my bra
The annual Spar Ladies race took place on 5 May 2012. A tradition of the fun race is that men may take part only if they look the part. Of course this offers a great opportunity for one like myself to showcase this "aberration" or "predilection" that certain men have for making themselves pretty. Only joking guys, really, maybe, could be, whatever. Today we bring you two images of brave men looking the part - if you know their names please post them in the comments section below. See … [Read more...] about Eish I must stop keeping coins in my bra
You and me in a Running Race – I will win every time!
The annual Spar Ladies race took place on 5 May 2012. A tradition of the fun race is that men may take part only if they look the part. Of course this offers a great opportunity for one like myself to showcase this "aberration" or "predilection" that certain men have for making themselves pretty. Only joking guys, really, maybe, could be, whatever. Today we bring you two images of brave men looking the part - if you know their names please post them in the comments section below. See … [Read more...] about You and me in a Running Race – I will win every time!
Now where did I leave my Hockey Stick?
The annual Spar Ladies race took place on 5 May 2012. A tradition of the fun race is that men may take part only if they look the part. Of course this offers a great opportunity for one like myself to showcase this "aberration" or "predilection" that certain men have for making themselves pretty. Only joking guys, really, maybe, could be, whatever. Today we bring you two images of brave men looking the part - if you know their names please post them in the comments section below. See … [Read more...] about Now where did I leave my Hockey Stick?
Isn’t Purple reserved for Tinky Winky?
The annual Spar Ladies race took place on 5 May 2012. A tradition of the fun race is that men may take part only if they look the part. Of course this offers a great opportunity for one like myself to showcase this "aberration" or "predilection" that certain men have for making themselves pretty. Only joking guys, really, maybe, could be, whatever. Today we bring you two images of brave men looking the part - if you know their names please post them in the comments section below. See … [Read more...] about Isn’t Purple reserved for Tinky Winky?
You naughty, naughty ‘girl’
The annual Spar Ladies race took place on 5 May 2012. A tradition of the fun race is that men may take part only if they look the part. Of course this offers a great opportunity for one like myself to showcase this "aberration" or "predilection" that certain men have for making themselves pretty. Only joking guys, really, maybe, could be, whatever. Today we bring you two images of brave men looking the part - if you know their names please post them in the comments section below. See … [Read more...] about You naughty, naughty ‘girl’
